Product Information

Overview

The Tech21 Impact Mesh case is the ultimate impact protection design, fully integrated with D3O for your iPhone 5 or 5s. The D3O material provides a barrier between your iPhone and everyday accidents. If you should drop your iPhone, the molecules within D3O lock together upon impact, absorbing the energy and dispersing the energy away from it—so you have an added layer of durability.

Highlights

Impact Mesh encases the corners and back of the iPhone 5 or 5s to provide a secure fit and feel

Full access to all ports and function buttons

Slim design ensures full protection without the bulk

Fits iPhone 5 or 5s

Raised screen bezel

Did you notice?

D3O is a military-grade impact protection material.

Apple Recommends For

Ensure that your iPhone 5 or 5s stays as pristine as the day you purchased it.

What's in the Box?

Tech21 Impact Mesh Case for iPhone 5/5s

Tech Specs

Form Factor: Snap On

Material: TPU

Height: 0.39 in./1 cm

Width: 2.6 in./6.6 cm

Weight: 0.81 oz./23 g

Length: 5.16 in./13.11 cm

Manufacturer Information

Part Number

Mfr. Part Number: T21-2157

UPC or EAN No.: 5055517310970

Warranty

Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.

This thing is fantastic!

5.0 out of 5 stars

I purchased this for my iPhone 5. I really don't like those cases that wrap around the front of the phone but this one does a goo
I purchased this for my iPhone 5. I really don't like those cases that wrap around the front of the phone but this one does a good job of minimizing that. Also I would say its comparable to otter box protection without the bulk. Great purchase. I hope they come out with other colors.
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Written by Tina H from Dallas

Nov 18, 2012

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This thing is fantastic!

PERFECT

5.0 out of 5 stars

I Love this case. It keeps the thinness of the iPhone 5. The side bumper shock absorber works. I've dropped my iPhone a few times
I Love this case. It keeps the thinness of the iPhone 5. The side bumper shock absorber works. I've dropped my iPhone a few times up to 4 feet high & the side bumper protected it perfectly. It is clear at front & back, so it still shows the beauty of your iPhone. Pair it with a Zagg skin protector & your iPhone 5 will be fully protected while showing off it's natural size & beauty! :)
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Written by cristina O from BRAMPTON

Nov 23, 2012

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PERFECT

very good case

5.0 out of 5 stars

have had a lot of cases otter box lifeproof and griffin and i got to say i really like this case and i would say buy it you will l
have had a lot of cases otter box lifeproof and griffin and i got to say i really like this case and i would say buy it you will like it
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I like the idea of this case more than I actually like it.

2.0 out of 5 stars

I really liked this case for a while, it's not bulky, it's all one piece, you don't really have to worry about the case itself bre
I really liked this case for a while, it's not bulky, it's all one piece, you don't really have to worry about the case itself breaking. But it didn't offer meivh protection when my phone slid off the bed onto the floor (3 ft onto wood flooring). It landed face down, there is a nasty spider in the corner of my screen.
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Written by Micah E from OKLAHOMA CITY

Feb 7, 2015

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I like the idea of this case more than I actually like it.

Cracked entire screen using Tech21 case

1.0 out of 5 stars

I as well ordered this case after hearing great reviews. I loved my slim, pink case until I dropped my phone and it cracked my ent
I as well ordered this case after hearing great reviews. I loved my slim, pink case until I dropped my phone and it cracked my entire screen. I now have a month old iPhone 6 with a $199 repair price. SO disappointed!
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Written by kathryn B from twentynine palms

Jan 19, 2015

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Cracked entire screen using Tech21 case

short drop resulted in corners of screen chipping

1.0 out of 5 stars

After all the raves about this case at Apple, I ordered it and loved it until I dropped my iPhone 5s on my kitchen counter (only a
After all the raves about this case at Apple, I ordered it and loved it until I dropped my iPhone 5s on my kitchen counter (only a distance of about 18 inches), and both top corners of the screen chipped! I am soooo disappointed in this case and wish I had stuck with the less sexy, but more reliable case for my spendy iPhone. Going back to Otterbox, but NO LONGER with a flawless phone thanks to Tech21.
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My friend's case is blue and has stayed true to color for 4 months. I have the smoke - ditto. Hope
My friend's case is blue and has stayed true to color for 4 months. I have the smoke - ditto. Hope that helps!
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I have used otter box, life proof, ect. this case is in their class when actually dropping the phone
I have used otter box, life proof, ect. this case is in their class when actually dropping the phone on cement...how do I know this, well I dropped mine getting out of my car slid down and hit hard and slid again and my phone and this case look untouched. If you want water proof or dust proof then go with another but if you want protection without bulk and instant port access give this case a try.
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Answer

Does it protect the back? From drops, no. Scratches, yes.
Does it protect the front? Yes, more than
Does it protect the back? From drops, no. Scratches, yes.
Does it protect the front? Yes, more than the back. It has a raised bevel.

I had this case on my phone, and it fell from a height of about two-three feet, square on its back, onto a hardwood floor. It really wasn't a long hard fall at all, but a connector inside became partially dislodged, and only about a third of the touch screen worked. Also, the screen displayed weird lines and was distorted as a result of the fall.

I love this case, but buyer beware, if your phone falls flat on it's back, it's likely to get damaged. Apple DID cover this for me (thankfully) under Applecare, but I can't guarantee you'll be as lucky. I have had many drops before and after that incident, and never had any other issues.

The sides of this case are awesome, and make the case bounce like a bouncy ball when struck on it's side. Definitely does a good job dispersing the energy of a hard drop on a corner. Despite the one time it didn't save my phone, (I'm not sure what case could have) I love it.
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